2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Brilliance | Toyota |
Model | BS4 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2290 mm |